Orofacial Myology

Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy helps people of all ages who struggle with eating, swallowing, breathing, chewing and even sleeping. Our IAOM certified Orofacial Myologist can address several different types of disorders like:

- Thumb and finger sucking habits

- A routine habit of resting with the lips apart

- A forward resting posture of the tongue between or against the teeth

- Tongue Thrust

- Other harmful oral habits

Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders are often related to, or can contribute to a variety of medical and dental disorders. These disorders can include:

- Malocclusion (improper alignment of the teeth)

- Periodontal disorders

- Orthodontic relapse

- Changes associated with abnormal jaw growth and position